Sponsorship

Gabriel Dumont Institute Training and Employment offers many options for Métis individuals who are looking for assistance and guidance on their path to meaningful employment.

The goal of the Individual Sponsorship program is to help Métis clients prepare for the workforce and obtain and maintain long-term, quality employment. GDI Training and Employment directly sponsors individuals to attend training programs through ISP funding.

Programs must be student loan-eligible or industry-recognized. Costs eligible for funding may base supports, dependent care reimbursement, special needs, tuition, books, supplies, and employment transition.

ELIGIBILITY

To receive employment sponsorship, you must:

1. Valid Métis Nation—Saskatchewan Citizenship Card
2. Be a minimum of 18 years of age or meet the minimum requirements of the chosen training program (clients 15-17 years of age may be considered for youth-at-risk programming);
3. Have barriers to employment that prevent you from securing long-term employment; and
4. Be unemployed or underemployed and actively seeking employment.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Métis individuals interested in applying for sponsorship should contact GDI Training and Employment to set up an appointment with a career advisor at the location nearest them. GDI Training and Employment requires 60 days to review and approve sponsorship requests.